'My Duvet Flip,' the careers show.
Join Jack Parsons as he delves into an enthralling discussion with people and their careers, where we explore some of their most memorable instances of making mistakes and the valuable lessons they gained from them.
'My Duvet Flip,' the careers show.
Join Jack Parsons as he delves into an enthralling discussion with people and their careers, where we explore some of their most memorable instances of making mistakes and the valuable lessons they gained from them.
Episode Guest:
Tom Coltman is a Store Manager at Marks & Spencer, having risen through the ranks from work experience to leadership in just seven years. He's passionate about building confidence, resilience, and opportunities for the next generation of retail leaders.
Episode Timestamps:
0:00 Introduction
1:21 Tom’s First Job — From College to Retail
3:10 Finding Confidence on the Shop Floor
5:05 Climbing the M&S Ladder
7:00 Stepping Up During a Christmas Crisis
9:15 What Makes a Great Manager
11:05 Role Models & Lessons in Leadership
13:12 How Empathy Built My Career
15:05 Why M&S is More Than Just Retail
17:22 Managing Stress & Staying Calm
19:00 Helping the Next Generation Flip the Duvet
21:15 Tom’s Duvet Flip — What Gets Him Up Every Day
23:00 Final Reflections & Words of Advice
Episode Partners
M&S
M&S is a trusted global retailer, committed to quality, value, and innovation. For over a century, it has set industry standards by doing the right thing and embracing change. With 65,000 colleagues serving 32 million customers worldwide, M&S places quality at the heart of everything it does.
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Disclaimer:
The content provided on Duvet Flip is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. The views expressed by hosts, guests, brands or contributors are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the show's producers, sponsors, or affiliates. The information shared is not a substitute for professional advice, including but not limited to career counseling, financial guidance, legal consultation, or mental health support.
Listeners and viewers are responsible for their own decisions and actions based on the content provided, and Duvet Flip assumes no liability for any outcomes resulting from reliance on the information shared. By engaging with the show, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer.
If you’re struggling with debt, trusted advice and free support can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/debt-advice
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